1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1971 Triumph TR6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | MK VIII | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
